Got to see many neat things. But I am pretty fucking content with my job as a photojournalist. Only the CV22s, UH60, and AC130 loads merged. Thankless, and you get yelled at alot. That's an odd way of spelling boom operator. Read a book, watch TV, do whatever you want in the facility. You can go to almost anywhere in the air force. and join one of thousands of communities. You're dealing with a process that some of us haven't dealt with in awhile, and the Air Force changes some of its practices quite a bit, so these are things you'll have current insight into. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Shit dude, all the medical training can easily convert to a sweet job in the civie sector, plus it's probably a blast and you're a fucking badass. 2 years minimum extendable to 3 with no dependents, 3 years minimum extendable to 4 with dependents. Yeah you can, it's called a Boom Operator. Strongly considering the Air Force as my next move in life, and I am looking for individuals opinions as to what I could do in the AF that would translate wonderfully to the civilian sector. He spent another few hours stewing in that mess before he landed. What would be a good Air Force job for someone who wants to be a Mechanical Engineer? [–][deleted] 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (2 children). And some people like being hands on with aircraft. Its the job that is located in the building you always drive past on base, wonder "who works in there?" Thanks, bruh. Sounds pretty nice. Surveillance craft … No making fun of people based on their appearance or personal attacks. [–]2010_12_24Definitely Not OSI 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (2 children). Then I was in Australia my last two years, and this is where I'm living now as a civie sucking Uncle Sam's GI Bill teat. Have you talked to any BMETs about the job. [–][deleted] 3 points4 points5 points 6 years ago (12 children). [–]xrenegade440xBaseops/Afld Ops 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–]heartcooksbrain19 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (2 children). I know of two people who were sent to Aus as their first duty station. Have you ever met my friend additional duty? I start on Monday. Check this program out at WGU. Seeing Americans die is one of the worst feelings you will ever have. [–]butitdothough 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). [–]YourAverageBusserFire -1 points0 points1 point 6 years ago (1 child). How can being a badass ever get boring? At least, that's how I imagine that conversation went. [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (6 children). Air field systems maintenance for example. Also heard suicide rates are high for that job. You work with assholes who tend to get in the way rather than help, and until you become a contracting officer you're basically a middle man for customers, contractors, and COs. You're totally right. They never took me up on it. Please keep it civil. It really all depends on what you are interested in. Manage ridiculous micromanagement programs from higher-ups? Arent you guys going away. Not to mention the AirDrops and rigging that goes along with that, [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (1 child). Don't know why no one has said pilot yet. That was until I saw the chart saying you guys didn't need TSgts to retrain. They are ready to go....away from that miserable base. So we awarded it because we needed it, and couldn't find another way around it in time. We are all here to help or get help. 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (0 children), Yeah, my "crew chief" was in title only. There are a lot more additional duty stuff we do. [–]hamsterhackerSubway -2 points-1 points0 points 7 years ago (0 children). Then you may be … [–]dadrought3Med 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–]shitty_usernameT2P091 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (5 children). For example, in my office, half of my office does desk work analysis, while the other guys work with a deployable system, and go places. Only thing about my job is even you got all the facts right, you are probably wrong. 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (1 child). chief!". Is it a good job for someone with a family? Less physical work, but more mental. [–]trippedwireDD214 Life 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children). I invited them to come help me pre-flight a jet at 2:30 AM when it was 40 below zero. Report Save. Other photos of people in uniform should have their face and name tape obscured in some way. [–]dadrought3Med 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (4 children). It seems like most of the newbies are getting it going open electrical now. You can calibrate multimeters but can you calinrate anesthesias, xrays, mri and CT? From what I gather however one of my top 2 jobs listed below requires a 6-year enlistment, so this may be a moot point. Those aren't daily things to keep us busy. [–]KernelSnuffyencryption 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (4 children). Lazy would be because there is alot of sitting in the job unless you get stationed at bases with certain security levels that require more actions from security forces. Training? Thanks for the clear up. 'Ey gurl. Training is very very straight forward. 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (3 children). Granted, thats because Im a single guy and I want to fly, some of the married guys dont go on anywhere near as many trips. We are all here to help or get help. [–]Hinano771A9 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (4 children). I know where not sending our stuff to you anymore because its faster to just send it to the manufacturer, plus they don't lose the stuff. Anything electronic maintenance related would do. You learn a marketable skill and have a huge mission impact. [–][deleted] 12 points13 points14 points 6 years ago (4 children), [–]AmishmanbearpigATC 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–]IggyWonProfessional Liar 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (1 child). For me the best job was communications. No personal attacks. FYI that's a 1A4 special duty assignment. Friendly bashing between jobs is ok, as long as it doesn't go too far. [–]NewKetoDude 3 points4 points5 points 6 years ago (0 children). Ive got tons of boom operator friends, and they dont have NEAR as many TDY days under their belt. I laughed when I got to my new help desk and the "NCOIC" position was renamed to "Crew Chief". Ohhh and if you are new I know at my base we worked in the Mail Room which was so much fun! [–]6C0X1MasterRace 4 points5 points6 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (3 children). That rewarding feeling of mentoring someone's head out of his ass is totally worth every 0600 PT session and every status-of-discipline meeting. There are networking jobs in damn near every city in the world. They never took me up on it. … The best job in the Air Force is yours, when you like it. Your ASVAB should help narrow the search down. September 30th is the last day of the fiscal year. Did t even realize my mistake until you commented. If I don't like the way something is done, I fix it, change it, modify it. Ha! [–]Noblesvillehockey419S (Cryptozoologist) 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), Yea I'm from indy and played travel as a kid so I've made plenty of hockey trips to sw ohio to play Dayton, butler county, Cincy, Troy, and northern Kentucky so I'd be perfectly happy at wpafb. BMT FAQ | OTS FAQ | What does a load do when your not flying? [–]xGenoSidePajama Crew -2 points-1 points0 points 6 years ago (0 children). "Huh? [–]Carpe_Diem021589Maintainer 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children). The spectre of washing out is like a giant black cloud that hangs over your head for two years of your life. As an FCC on C-5s and a pilot on -135s, loads see many more locations, enjoy a lot more per diem, and don't have to crawl on their bellies in an ice box to do their job 15' from death. You deal with the Records Management Program, SharePoint and Pubs & Forms if you are in the Comm Squadron. [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (1 child), Pshh, you think I ever go into base ops with the pilots? How long? [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (1 child). ..I'm super excited to tell you guys to update your 55's and turn in your mishap reports on time. Yes, they're affectionately known as "sweaties" for good reason, but they really only work before and after a flight (unless they're stuck as stewardesses in flight). Supp Supp Damn Right? Individuals must join the Air Force Reserve component into one of the Air Force Reserve Enlisted Master Incentive Listing with Critical Shortage. You get per diem when on those TDY's right? Doesn't take an expert to do some research on google and read experiences from other airmen about an AFSC. Ugh. [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (0 children). Reservist T-6 Pilot Instructor Training IP at Randolph. Encouraging or suggesting suicide, even in a joking way, will result in an instant and permanent ban. I doubt sitting on my ass, supervising a dozen Airman and websurfing compares to an actual crew chief. I'm pilot. -----themoreyouknow---*, [–]YourAverageBusserFire -5 points-4 points-3 points 6 years ago (4 children), "awh how cute; look everyone, it's a DEP'er spreading hisorher expert opinion on the matter <3", [–]AFCompEngrLvl60 Calculator Wizard 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (2 children), tack a 'sir' on that please, and thank you ;), [–]ZuluPapaVeteran 2 points3 points4 points 6 years ago (1 child). The actual MWR people that worked there thought it was a really tough job. Job Descriptions | Uniform Questions | Common Acronyms, OPSEC/PII material will result in an instant ban (see more), If you have questions related in any way to joining the Air Force, whether commissioning or enlisting, ROTC, AF Academy, OTS or BMT, post your questions on /r/AirForceRecruits. It's awesome and shitty. Records management? [–]shitty_usernameT2P091 -1 points0 points1 point 7 years ago (3 children). They will also get your spouse a job at the embassy. Its different from what most peoplr think unless youre in the medgroup? Officers become officers in one of two ways. Anyone? I thought it was because I sounded like a jerk even though I didn't intend on it. Security Forces because you get a free hat. Have you heard of many people cross training into biomed? Yes, it was fucking awesome and why I moved here after I ETS'd. Lemme tell you how many tickets I routed. As far as I know Admin 3A1X1 absorbed postal, but everyone I know that did it in the past year, it was still only a one year special duty. 4. Excuse me, It seems that you have misspelled WEAPONS... [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago* (2 children), [–]mChalmsMaintainer 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (1 child). That turns the Sahara desert into the Marianas Trench. (in your opinion), https://support.google.com/installer/answer/126299?hl=en. Cons: depending on base, fucking crazy tempo. You are trusted to shoulder as much responsibility as you want. And if you want to do it bad enough, you can always set up virtual network with something like GNS3 and learn that way. The worst job in the Air Force is yours, when you hate it. Honestly when I was loading bombs, I loved weapons. Can get a job that deploys a lot. Probably 3D0X2 or 3D1X2. Coming home covered in sweat and hydraulic fluid.sucks sometimes. Thanks guys for making feel awesome about being a 1N0 (Ops Intel-aka briefer). Photos of people in uniform should be a public figure, or related to a news article or current event. I always hated working from 12 - 12 because of those guys. Chances are I will end up a lifer. Ok I'll be get back to my 5.0 training sortie now, [–]HadManySonsMX->FE->1B4 | Bot Dev 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children), Load? [–]dadrought3Med 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (12 children). Oh, uh, complete load. [–]Kuronoa 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (0 children). Please? Can confirm. For the love of fuck, can CAC logins just pick the cert they need automatically or something? Violators are subject to the UCMJ, Article 93 (Cruelty and Maltreatment towards others). [–]mckelfresh 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–]grimchemical 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). Comm SSgt here (3D0X2). Because it was easier for us to troubleshoot, rather than wait for a 3D0 when we knew what the issue was. Pros. [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children). [–]ibuiltitQ11M3F/2A571 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children). [–]thefilthyhermitRetired Comm Geek/Mercenary Contractor 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). [+]YourAverageBusserFire comment score below threshold-12 points-11 points-10 points 6 years ago (15 children). [–]PairyHenis96 -3 points-2 points-1 points 6 years ago (11 children). PJs are awesome--but I wouldn't do it because it leads to a great civilian job. Safety? That's what they said the biggest difference was. She even went to the super here in the BMETs to ask if there was an unknown 'backdoor'. I really don't feel the need to rattle off what we can calibrate, but multimeters are for our 3-levels. I'd go one further, even -- acting First Sergeant, because shirts have to deploy to all over the damn place. Because we're experts in landsacaping and population control. -17 guys go on more trips than a -135 guy does, however -17 Loads don't deploy 3+ times a year like I was either. Job more boring than watching dog shit dry, my leadership was a massive group of assholes, Dayton is a dreadful town IMO. [–][deleted] 5 points6 points7 points 6 years ago (5 children). ", [–]Hinano771A9 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (4 children). If and when you find these answers, you really start to look at your job, and others' jobs differently...with a more positive outlook. You get reddit at work? Seriously though, from what I've seen and heard over my years in..SERE does seem like it would be one of the more bad ass jobs to have. What do you think is the best enlisted job in the Air Force and why? There are a lot of sick, twisted fucks in MX but nobody's that depraved. Dude, the history of the Air Force predominantly speaks of mechanics & maintenance for aircraft. [–]AFCompEngrLvl60 Calculator Wizard 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (2 children). [–]IggyWonProfessional Liar 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (3 children). Especially given how much time we get off during the rest of the year. Stan/Eval, Mission Support, Safety, Scheduling, ect. And by worked, I mean mandatorily sat around for solidarity. You're right. So I've got that going for me, which is nice. Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. I will never, ever understand why pilots seem to see flying a U2 as the ultimate gig. [–]adhocadhocVeteran 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), 3d1x1 absorbed a lot of that PA stuff though so confusing. [–]Ryanlynn2004Retired 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children). I can imagine that isn't appealing for some of them. The higher ups don't care much about making changes so there's nothing to really manage. You cant beat the pay and the travel with any other enlisted job in the military. No matter what an enlisted person’s job is in the Air Force, they will always be paid based on their rank and the number of years of service. Talk to the Booms at Kadena or Mildenhall about how many TDY days they have. Firefighters in the Air Force have to combat everything from building fires to … You really think we just do a systems check on those things? The guy that hands out basketballs at the gym. Weekly inventory checks, can play own music if its quiet. [–]cuntbag0315I don't know why I'm here 5 points6 points7 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–]KguryVeteran -1 points0 points1 point 6 years ago (3 children), [–]KguryVeteran 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (1 child). Rendered by PID 3553 on r2-app-01d298756a9da77a1 at 2021-03-16 11:17:33.105114+00:00 running 5f7fdd4 country code: US. [–]trustbutver1fy[] 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (8 children). [–]Philly_tribe25Ammo 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–]Phameous 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children). Now, almost 30, I have a wife and two kids. [–]SavaricOne Before 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (1 child). I was at Wright-Patt my first two years and my favorite thing there was being assigned to Base Honor Guard for 6 months working 90 hours a week. And think of the bar conversations. [–]liek_dis_if_u_criSecret Squirrel -1 points0 points1 point 6 years ago (0 children). [–]DakkaMuhammedJihad 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (1 child). 1) DEPpers have zero valid opinions on this sub--they may only ask questions. Came here to say 3D1x2. [–]Noblesvillehockey419S (Cryptozoologist) 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (2 children), As long as there's hockey I'm happy unlike good fellow, [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (1 child). I'm a Finance troop right now, and while I enjoy the job I am truly burnt out on it. Maybe biased since it's my job, but Cyber Transport. Getting more pussy than Air Force pilots since 1947. [–]Hinano771A9 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (1 child). Note: AFSCs (Jobs) with more than one score area listed, require a qualifying score in both areas. Its definitely a different job. When we got back from our Germany tour, my wife and I sat down to weigh the pro's and con's of attempting to crosstrain again. Share. It sucks when that happens, and it wasn't my signature on it. I'm going to guess somewhere around 5% or so. I don't know of any for Thailand or Germany. NO ONE IS READY TO GO AT 50 BELOW. From my earliest memories, I remember taking apart everything electronic just to figure out how it works. where you can blow through 2700 rounds of ammo in less than 5 minutes and never have to set up your own target or clean up the brass. Some blow (Wright-Patt), most are fucking incredible (any overseas location. [–]shitty_usernameT2P091 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (1 child), [–]AwesomeAdviceGuy9S100 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–]SimpleFNGVeteran 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (0 children). What base are you at? Photos of people in uniform should be a public figure, or related to a news article or current event. Fuels, during a diesel route. Its a great job dont get me wrong, just what are youre motives? Your opinion on Air Force related matters doesn't mean anything until you've gone through BMT and Tech School and are operational. 3D0X2's would maintain server upgrades and hardware roll outs. I'm so happy to know that I can sleep at night because everything that happens is behind a two second delay. Continue this thread level 1. [–]LynkDeadComm Planner 31 points32 points33 points 7 years ago (1 child), [–]CynicismOverloadAETC Round 2 19 points20 points21 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 10 points11 points12 points 7 years ago (1 child). REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 3553 on r2-app-01d298756a9da77a1 at 2021-03-16 11:17:33.105114+00:00 running 5f7fdd4 country code: US. You would go do a 12 day TDY, come back, and leave again a day later on another 12 day TDY. [–]droxile 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children), [–]Xeonith9S100 Veteran 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (4 children). [–]GolfSierra 5 points6 points7 points 7 years ago (6 children). It's not a job that can be replaced by morons or robots, so the pay is well for those with the skills and knowledge to keep a network going. All of the money needs to be spent by midnight. [–]butitdothough 9 points10 points11 points 6 years ago (1 child). I'm sure there are other jobs out there that are fun, but i know I'm having fun. BMT FAQ | OTS FAQ | [–][deleted] 8 points9 points10 points 6 years ago (2 children). The schoolhouse is drfinately challenging but do able. I have even spoken with some people down at the schoolhouse to see if there was any possibility of me paying my own way there, if I was to get out. Damn, that works on AF NIPR. Six figures, 40 hour work week and many have 3 day weekends every week. [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (0 children). Do not choose 3D0X3. Troll and spam posts/comments will be deleted. i wont get to where i want to be in 4 years if im working 12 hours a day like i know some jobs require of you. What do you all think is the best job in the Air Force? Airmen trying to find the new 36-2903 and all they get is “not a file”, That's fine, it's not like I needed to work anyway. No making fun of people based on their appearance or personal attacks. But don't pick a job based on what someone else told you about it. No loads on 22's and 60's. Very good culture of allowing creativity and efficiency gains. Done a ton of badass stuff. You get ride around the base making fuel deliveries, listening to your music. Loadmaster: See the base ops of the world! [–]evo48Filthy Contractor - Former 3D 3 points4 points5 points 6 years ago (8 children). The only enlisted job I can think of She was fully supportive of it, even though it meant a year away from the family. How about 3D0X1, Knowledge Ops? [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago* (0 children), [–]Iamtrying2quitRedditAircrew 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (0 children). Rendered by PID 12937 on r2-app-0e711dfa4094025d2 at 2021-03-16 11:17:35.414575+00:00 running 5f7fdd4 country code: JP. Kick back and relax. Wtf? Can you please come to my shitty Army post and save us? I've also heard great things about Thailand and Germany, so there's that. 40 below zero... Only a few bases reach that temperature. Cable never gives shoutouts to darts, he's trying to make a joke. 2 engineers on 22's and 1 gunner/1 FE on 60. AMOPer checking in. The most enjoyable part of my job was when I worked with a recruit and they made a passing score on the ASVAB test and enlisted in the Air Force. Special Tactics OfficerSpecial Tactics Officers are one of the most highly trained individuals in the … Whelp, that didn't work. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: Welcome to the United States Air Force subreddit. and join one of thousands of communities. Please keep it civil. I like to cook and wear the cool looking chef hats. Those guys make bank too. I was stationed in Australia my last two years in (Det 421). [–]dadrought3Med 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (2 children). EDIT: Last September 30th I worked 18 hours. Could you message me a little bit of a personal note from your experience doing this? [–]deltopiaRetired 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (1 child). It's an greater skillset to have over an electronics bench jockey. Downsides are you will freeze to death, sweat to death, and get dirty. First Sergeant. Best Jobs in the Air Force – Enlisted. Main reason is every job has it's pros and it's cons. Training is miserable and fun at the same time. However, the chances of getting either of those two places as a first assignment is almost nil. [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 7 years ago (3 children), [–]KernelSnuffyencryption 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (2 children), make sure to use the one that's only for your user account, the one for all users requires admin rights. Dennis F. Lv 7. Yeah thats where all the extra money comes from, per diem and monthly tax frees. We've been "going away" since I joined 10 years ago. Our equipment saves lives of not only airmen but their families, vets, and even the surrounding community. When I joined, I was single and 21. I invited them to come help me pre-flight a jet at 2:30 AM when it was 40 below zero. I trust all of my coworkers to do the right thing. [–]gaybraham-lincolnMaintainer 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–]TheEzra 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (1 child). I'm looking into some of the programs that WGU offers. [–]iyaayas(Retired) Expert in landscaping and population control 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (1 child). [–]curtst 3 points4 points5 points 7 years ago (0 children), [–][deleted] 4 points5 points6 points 7 years ago (5 children). 47. Once you have completed initial upgrade training to a 5 level. [–]dadrought3Med 1 point2 points3 points 7 years ago (0 children). What is the best job in the Air Force? Oh, and if you like to travel, the best job is Flight Engineer. We have policies in place to alleviate the stressors. [–]Xeonith9S100 Veteran 0 points1 point2 points 7 years ago (7 children). I also get to create tickets for computer problems because I am an IAO. Report Save. For example, doing inventories and equipment issues. Can get a job that does not deploy. You are required to enlist for a minimum of six years in one of the AFSC’s found on the list above and complete all required training. Not a 3d1x1 and still can install nearly anything on my laptop at work. Even though we aren't physically "there" our Airmen see things that most Airmen will never, ever have to witness.